1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 500 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |
