1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1968 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2620 mm |
