1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1400 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |