1959 Ferrari 156 vs. 1982 Mazda 626

To start off, 1982 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 156 would be higher.

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. 1982 Mazda 626 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 156 has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mazda 626 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1959 Ferrari 156 1982 Mazda 626
Make Ferrari Mazda
Model 156 626
Year Released 1959 1982
Engine Position Middle Front
Horse Power 0 HP 0 HP
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic