1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 22 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 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 525 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, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
