1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 28 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 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 66 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 682 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, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 500 | 929 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |