1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 340 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2270 mm |
