1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 39 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 585 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 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1200 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
