1957 Abarth 600 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
