1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1600 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1600 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
