1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 15 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 935 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.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
