1967 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Because 1967 Mitsubishi 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 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Strada, 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, 2012 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mitsubishi 500 | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2718 mm |
