1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 599 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1200 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
