1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 1972 Mazda 818 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 818 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 818 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 1972 Mazda 818 (124 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1972 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 750 | 818 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 124 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |