1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 626 (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 1000 | 626 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |