1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1900 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| 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 | 1175 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
