1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 325 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
