1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 616 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
