1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | Bialbero | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 694 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |