1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 130 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
