1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (197 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
