1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 33 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 790 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion 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. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1300 | Dion |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2710 mm |
