Compare performance (155 HP vs 132 HP), boot space and price (32,600 £ vs 29,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Abarth 500 595 695 or Mazda MX-5 Roadster?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mazda MX-5 Roadster is moderately cheaper – starting at 29,000 £ , while the Abarth 500 595 695 costs 32,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,600 £.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Abarth 500 595 695 offers slightly more power – delivering 155 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 23 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Abarth 500 595 695 is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Roadster takes 8.3 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Abarth 500 595 695 delivers clearly more torque with 235 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 83 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Abarth 500 595 695 offers more seats – 4 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Roadster is visibly lighter – 1,078 kg compared to 1,410 kg. The difference is around 332 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Abarth 500 595 695 offers markedly more boot space – 185 L compared to 130 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.
When it comes to payload, the Abarth 500 595 695 carries significantly more – 385 kg compared to 152 kg. That’s a difference of about 233 kg.
The Abarth 500 595 695 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Abarth 500, particularly in its 595 and 695 renditions, captures the spirit of Italian motoring with its compact yet aggressive design. Known for its lively performance and distinctive styling, this little powerhouse is a joy to drive, offering an engaging experience that appeals to enthusiasts. With its rich motorsport heritage, the Abarth 500 embodies the essence of fun and excitement on both the streets and the race track.
detailsThe Mazda MX-5 is a featherweight, open-top sports car that turns ordinary roads into a grin-inducing playground thanks to razor-sharp steering and an engaging, tactile gearbox. It won’t swallow the weekly shopping or ski bags, but for anyone after pure driving fun and sun-on-your-face weekends, few cars match its sheer charm and value.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
32,600 - 38,600 £
|
Price
29,000 - 34,300 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
Consumption L/100km
6.2 L/100km
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
17.1 - 18.8 kWh/100km
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
|
Electric Range
242 - 265 km
|
Electric Range
-
|
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
Battery Capacity
-
|
|
co2
0 g/km
|
co2
140 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
Hatchback
|
Body Type
Roadster
|
|
Seats
4
|
Seats
2
|
|
Doors
-
|
Doors
-
|
|
Curb weight
1,410 - 1,435 kg
|
Curb weight
1,078 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
185 L
|
Trunk capacity
130 L
|
|
Length
-
|
Length
-
|
|
Width
1,682 mm
|
Width
1,735 mm
|
|
Height
-
|
Height
-
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
|
Payload
370 - 385 kg
|
Payload
152 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Electric
|
Engine Type
Petrol
|
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
Transmission
Manuel
|
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
155 HP
|
Power HP
132 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 s
|
|
Max Speed
-
|
Max Speed
-
|
|
Torque
235 Nm
|
Torque
152 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
Number of Cylinders
4
|
|
Power kW
114 kW
|
Power kW
97 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
-
|
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2023
|
Model Year
2025
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
|
|
Brand
Abarth
|
Brand
Mazda
|