1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 350 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 40 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 48 L |