1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1400 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
