2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 220 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |