1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 53 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 2,998 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 950 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.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander (292 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
