1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 1000 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |