2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2350 mm |
