1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2634 mm |
