1958 BMW Isetta vs. 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 BMW Isetta. 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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1958 BMW Isetta | 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | Isetta | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 89 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2270 mm |