1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 46 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 2200 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
