1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 1,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 317 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bialbero | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
