1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Bizzarrini GT (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mazda |
| Model | GT | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
