2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
