2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colorado | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2070 mm |
