1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 52 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
