1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 46 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 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600.
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, 2007 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 600 | Drifter |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |