1958 Fiat 1900 vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1900 | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1900 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2329 mm |
