2008 Ford Focus vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 46 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 646 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 1962 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 1962 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | 500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2070 mm |
