1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 99 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
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 | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |