1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1987 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berline | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
