1941 Fiat 500 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 855 kg more than 1941 Fiat 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. 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1941 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1941 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 1985 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
