1962 Lotus Elite vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1965 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lotus Elite (83 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lotus Elite weights approximately 50 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elite | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Elite | 500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2070 mm |
