1955 Dodge Custom vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Dodge Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Dodge Custom would be higher. At 4,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Dodge Custom (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 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 Dodge Custom | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Custom | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4424 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |