1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 1,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 8V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 135 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 8V | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
