1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1400 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |