1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 43 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 (188 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (160 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Aurelia | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
