1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 57 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 718 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.
Because 1956 Abarth 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
