1960 Abarth 750 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 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 220 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.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 750. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 30 L |
