1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 2300. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 252 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 2300 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |