1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1500 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |