1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 29 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 615 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
