1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 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.
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1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 6C | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |