1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 657 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500.
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, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 (85 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 1993 Mazda AZ-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2240 mm |
