1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 29 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 750 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
