1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 46 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 480 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, 2005 Mazda 2, 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, 2005 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
