2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1957 Moretti 750
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Moretti 750. (47 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1957 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 600 kg more than 1957 Moretti 750. 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.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1957 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Mazda | Moretti |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 750 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |