1966 Fiat 2300 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 2300 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2300 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
