1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 38 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 567 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
