1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 851 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 1959 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (221 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
