1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 695 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
