2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Mitsubishi 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2070 mm |
