2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 31 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Strada | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |