1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1960 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 1200. (55 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Moretti 1200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 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.
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1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1960 Moretti 1200 | |
Make | Mazda | Moretti |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 1200 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 55 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |