1968 Fiat 850 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 979 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2970 mm |
