1966 Abarth 700 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,290 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 Abarth 700. 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, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 700 | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 700 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
