2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Mazda | Simca |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Aronde |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |