1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 53 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), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 400 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
