2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
