1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 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, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 124 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |