1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1982 Mazda 929
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mazda 929 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1982 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1982 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2620 mm |
