1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 50 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 1008 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.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5, 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 2010 Mazda 5 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. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 700 | 5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |