1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 27 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 730 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
