1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 855 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.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6, 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
