1967 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 740 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 1967 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2600 mm |
