1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 32 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (300 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1398 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 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2002 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (540 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 74 L |
