2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 24 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ForTwo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2350 mm |
