1967 Volkswagen 1600 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 617 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1600 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
