1963 Abarth 750 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1973 Mazda Luce is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 635 kg more than 1963 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 750 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 750 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
