1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Lancer | 120 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
