2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 15 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
