2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1967 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 42 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1084 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 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Compass | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2070 mm |
