1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1970 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 665 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Luce (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
