1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (163 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Graduate | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
