1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 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.
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1979 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Giulietta | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 112 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |