1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 39 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 2,161 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 2200 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
