1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 | L 200 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2970 mm |