1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (104 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 55 | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 55 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |