1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1100 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
