1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1961 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
