1967 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 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 87 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 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 | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |
