1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 221 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 1600 | 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 1600 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2270 mm |