1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2680 mm |
