1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 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 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 will offer significantly more control. 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 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | AR 51 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |