1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 30 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2477 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2970 mm |
