1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 51 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 1,300 cc, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 805 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.
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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 600 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |