1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 32 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. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
