1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1800 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
