1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 255 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
