1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 760 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1978 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2555 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2700 mm |
