1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
