1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 99 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |