1984 Maserati 228 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 228 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 228 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 228 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
