1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 430 kg more than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1967 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Mazda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |
