1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 Abarth 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2390 mm |
