1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1900 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
