ND Miata & Fiat 124 Spider Drivetrain Comparison

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Published 2019-07-18
Side by side comparison of the entire drivetrain (engine, transmission, suspension etc) from both a 2017+ Fiat 124 Spider and 2016+ ND Mazda Miata. Once we took these drivetrains apart we were able to compare everything, piece by piece to what's the same, what changes, and what can be used interchangeably in either car.
For a full list of which parts interchange between both cars, including interior and exterior as well make sure to check out our compatibility guide.:
www.redlineautoparts.com/blog/fiat-124-spider-to-n…
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All Comments (21)
  • @ChutneyInc.
    I'm sure the work in this video will help many for a century
  • @marios449
    Omg just make a little tube frame for rigidity, as light as possible, put a seat in it, it will go like hell!!
  • @cliors200
    We need more comparison videos like this!
  • @recess677
    This is an awesome piece of informational content. What a great effort guys. I would love to see a comparison of mounting of the transmission to the engine (Clutch, flywheel, any adapter plates). Keep it up
  • @hayksamvelyan
    Seeing these side by side, I appreciate the simplicity of the Miata engine bay setup a lot more. Like you said, Fiat had to figure out how to work with the existing design to route their exhaust system, whereas the Miata was designed from the ground up so everything has a place for it. I think that will go a long way when it comes time to do maintenance/repairs when the cars go out of warranty.
  • @teminia
    I would love to see a channel that does this for all kinds of cars, not just miatas and fiats. a whole series dedicated to breaking down sizes, styles and build break downs of drivetrains would be an invaluable tool for anybody looking to do swaps, fixes or modifications and needs a starting point for guidance.
  • It's easy to see why some people refer to the new Fiat 124 as a Fiata.
  • @beefstew4
    Thank you for the time to make this. This kind of automotive info presented in HD and a great explanation of everything is awesome. It helps so man aspiring Mechanics.
  • @WHOMEWHOYOU
    Great comparison of the cars & YOU NEW WHAT YOU WERE TALKING ABOUT! Good job.
  • This is the kind of information I like to find on prospective cars! I cannot help but think the MX-5 is the somewhat more "organic" construction whereas the Fiat is the car developed from the MX-5 with the use of Fiat parts.
  • @throbby24
    Great comparison video; never really see videos like this so this is pretty refreshing. Thanks and hope you do more like these!
  • @alexm4515
    This is one of the coolest videos I've seen this year! More please!
  • @john_dee1431
    Bought some NC OEM parts from you guys recently. Glad you're doing what you do!
  • @Bcharns
    Great video! Looking forward to following up with this comparison.
  • @Russ1367
    I don't understand how you haven't got more subscribers!
  • @BookAutowerks
    Great comparison. Looking forward to the compatibility guide.
  • @MattSchmader
    Fantastic video! I wish there was a video like this comparing trucks
  • @BenEllisFL
    This is great Esteban! You always helped me enjoy my miatas more!