1970 Fiat 850 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 850 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |
