1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 125 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
