1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 665 kg more than 1958 Abarth 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 48 L |
