1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,307 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1957 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
