1959 Abarth 850 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 37 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1959 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 850 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 850 | 626 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |