1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 218 kg more than 2013 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:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 6C | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
