1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 51 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (127 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1105 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, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 500 | 6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |