1972 Rover 3.5 vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 453 kg more than 2013 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. 1972 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Rover 3.5 | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | Rover | Mazda |
Model | 3.5 | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2330 mm |