1955 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (153 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 445 kg more than 1955 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 500 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
