1960 Ford Popular vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 253 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Popular | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
