2009 Lancia Musa vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2009 Lancia Musa is newer by 47 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Musa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Musa weights approximately 706 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, 2009 Lancia Musa, 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, 2009 Lancia Musa (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lancia Musa | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Musa | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2070 mm |
