1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
