1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1974 Mazda 110 S is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1974 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 280 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 110 S (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1974 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
