1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 366 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |