1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 605 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1100 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
