1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |
