1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
