1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 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 Fiat 1500 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1500 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 48 L |