1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 43 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 948 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1967 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2300 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
