1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1982 Fiat 131 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1963 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, 1982 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 131 | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 131 | 500 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2070 mm |