2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 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, 2000 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
