1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 63 kg more than 1951 Simca Aronde. 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Aronde |
Year Released | 1993 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 39 L |