1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
