1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1954 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
Make | Mazda | Studebaker |
Model | MX-5 Miata | President State |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4243 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 353 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3070 mm |