1954 Abarth Simca vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Simca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Simca would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Abarth Simca. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1954 Abarth Simca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 142 kg more than 1954 Abarth Simca. 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.
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1954 Abarth Simca | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | Simca | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 167 HP |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |