1973 Chrysler Centura vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1973 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1973 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Centura | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Centura | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
