1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 318 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
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1970 Land Rover Serie II | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Serie II | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2284 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2330 mm |