1959 Abarth 600 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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 225 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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 600. 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 600 | Laputa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |