1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 775 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1000 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
