1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1400 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
