1951 Humber Pullman vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,085 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Humber Pullman. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1951 Humber Pullman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Humber Pullman weights approximately 361 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Humber Pullman | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Humber | Mazda |
| Model | Pullman | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4085 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2270 mm |
