1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 721 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.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
