1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1968 Mazda Luce is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 490 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
