1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1085 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
