1945 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 GAZ 10-73 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1945 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1945 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 GAZ 10-73 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 GAZ 10-73 | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | 10-73 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
