1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 460 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1981 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
Model | 700 | Sigma |
Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |