1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1955 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Moretti 1200. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1955 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 41 kg more than 1955 Moretti 1200. 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.
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1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1955 Moretti 1200 | |
Make | Mazda | Moretti |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 1200 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |