1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 35 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1388 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2500 mm |
