1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2007 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2007 Mazda B2300 is newer by 48 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B2300 (143 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 913 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.
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, 2007 Mazda B2300 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2007 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 500 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |