1947 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 16 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 200 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 | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
