1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (72 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 502 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mitsubishi 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Tempra | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Tempra | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2070 mm |