1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
