1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1999 Mazda B3000
To start off, 1999 Mazda B3000 is newer by 42 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B3000 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 696 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.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Mazda B3000 (198 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1999 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 55 L |
