1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 52 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 840 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.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6, 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
