2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 131 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |