1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 485 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | 595 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
