1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 31 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 880 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 1998 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1998 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 3497 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2730 mm |
