1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
