1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda 323 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
