1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 24 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 400 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 1965 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 1965 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Uno | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2070 mm |