1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 595 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 850 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
