1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 372 kg more than 1962 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, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
