1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 930 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | Sentia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2860 mm |