1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 186 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. 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, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
