1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2620 mm |
