1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 774 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2610 mm |
