1945 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 110 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 16 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1945 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |