1961 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 60 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (161 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 60 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
