1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 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 | 680 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
