1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 2300 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 1967 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1967 Fiat 2300 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 2300 | 1987 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2300 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
