1967 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 422 kg more than 1999 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
