1963 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 885 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Abarth 700 | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 700 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |