1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 600 kg more than 1965 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, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 700 | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 700 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
