1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 598 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 595 | Montrose |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
