1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1973 Mazda 1000 is newer by 17 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 130 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, 1973 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1973 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
