2009 Fiat Linea vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Linea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Linea weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 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, 2009 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Linea | 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Linea | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
