1963 Abarth 595 vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle

To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Abarth 595. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1963 Abarth 595 1999 Mazda Activehicle
Make Abarth Mazda
Model 595 Activehicle
Year Released 1963 1999
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 594 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 27 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 45 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 470 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 2980 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1330 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 65 L