1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 700 | 6 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |