1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Daihatsu Fellow 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Daihatsu Mazda
Model Fellow MX-5 Miata
Year Released 1970 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 356 cc 1840 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 38 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 59 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 120 km/hour 205 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 465 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2100 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 50 L


 

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