1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 462 kg more than 1968 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |