1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 2200 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
