2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 59 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
