1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (164 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000.
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 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 1000 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | 1000 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |