1961 Jaguar MK IX 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 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK IX | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
