1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 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 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 300 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
