1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. (85 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Chevrolet DeLuxe weights approximately 258 kg more than 2012 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 Chevrolet DeLuxe | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | DeLuxe | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3546 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
