1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,376 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
Model | 600 | Galant |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |