1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Because 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 130. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2000 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
