1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 480 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 700 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 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon, 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1985 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
