1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse

To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 895 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Fiat 500 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Make Fiat Mitsubishi
Model 500 Eclipse
Year Released 1973 1999
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 499 cc 2350 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 18 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 27 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67.4 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 510 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 2980 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2570 mm


 

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