1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1940 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (183 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Abarth | Mahindra |
| Model | 595 | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
