1962 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi FTO
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi FTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO (197 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi FTO should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 500 | 1994 Mitsubishi FTO | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | FTO |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2510 mm |
