1972 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (164 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina.
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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | Marina | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |