1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1966 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 750 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 750 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2070 mm |
