1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1400 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
