1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (105 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Dart | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |