1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 43 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), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 376 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1600 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2650 mm |
