1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
