1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Fiat Tipo (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tipo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
