1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2635 mm |
