1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 820 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1983 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
