1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 2000 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |