1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
