1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1946 Simca 8
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1946 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 101 kg more than 1946 Simca 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1946 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
