1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion

To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 750 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
Make Fiat Mitsubishi
Model 750 Starion
Year Released 1959 1988
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 746 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 41 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 1125 kg