1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Windsor (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Windsor should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 711 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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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1955 Chrysler Windsor | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Windsor | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4920 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2329 mm |