1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa is newer by 40 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 745 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Bialbero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 207 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Laputa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | Bialbero | Laputa |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |