2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 731 kg more than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2070 mm |
