1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
