1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 128 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2070 mm |
