1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 208 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 2000 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |