1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1967 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mazda Familia (57 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Familia weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mazda Familia (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |
