1960 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 529 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 48 L |
