1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 610 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 600 | 626 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |