1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1100 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
