1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
