1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 396 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1600 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
