1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 38 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 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 1998 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 700 | Laputa |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 30 L |