1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2184 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
