1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 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. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 70 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 70 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |