1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 25 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 576 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1600 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2610 mm |
