1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 124 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 124 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
