1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 6C | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 48 L |
