2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 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.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1941 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 6C |
Year Released | 2008 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |