1979 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1979 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Campagnola | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Campagnola | 500 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2445 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2070 mm |