1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 54 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 1,300 cc, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 855 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
