1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1965 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1400 (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 658 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1400 | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1400 | 500 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 34 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2070 mm |