1950 Ferrari 125 F1 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 355 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 125 F1.
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:
| 1950 Ferrari 125 F1 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 125 F1 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
