1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V has manual transmission. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
Model | 170 V | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2329 mm |