1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2789 mm |
