1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 795 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
