1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
