1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico

To start off, 1966 Maserati Mexico is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 915 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Abarth 750 1966 Maserati Mexico
Make Abarth Maserati
Model 750 Mexico
Year Released 1965 1966
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 4136 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2650 mm


 

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