1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 52 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750.
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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
