1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 34 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 905 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 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
