1977 Fiat 127 vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,047 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 127 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Fiat 127 (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 127 | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 127 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1047 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2070 mm |
