2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1956 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 4,714 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Pontiac Star Chief (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 21 kg more than 1956 Pontiac Star Chief.
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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2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1956 Pontiac Star Chief | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Star Chief |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 4714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3110 mm |