1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
