2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300.
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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
