1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 2300.
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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 2300 | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 2300 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
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 Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |