1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 14 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 2,292 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 2200 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
