1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 335 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mazda |
| Model | Sports Convertible | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
