1982 Fiat 131 vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 131 | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 131 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |