1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 33 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
