1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1963 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 25 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 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 580 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.
Because 1963 Mitsubishi 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1963 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tipo | 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2070 mm |
