1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |
