1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
