1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Albea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Albea weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Albea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Albea |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
