1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 621 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 2400 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |
