1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1999 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa is newer by 37 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 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 174 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Because 1962 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 1962 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Laputa, 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, 1962 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1999 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
