1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2005 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Premacy (100 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 905 kg more than 1959 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Premacy, 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 Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 500 | 2005 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 58 L |
