1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 19 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 95 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Graduate | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
