1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2009 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 2600 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |