1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 199 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
Model | Lancer | Panda |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |