1959 Abarth 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 850. (70 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1035 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.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 850. (80 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 850. 2004 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 850 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |
