1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 420 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Abarth 750 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Abarth Mazda
Model 750 MX-5 Miata
Year Released 1965 1993
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 747 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 43 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 61 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 83.6 mm
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 955 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 50 L


 

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