1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 320 kg more than 1960 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
