1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Abarth.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Abarth | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
