1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 25 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 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda AZ-1 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2240 mm |
