1960 Abarth 1600 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1600 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1600 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
