1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 38 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), 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 720 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, 1993 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
