1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin A 60 | 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | A 60 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |