1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 293 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. 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 (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 133 | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 133 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |