1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 752 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
