1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Mazda | Triumph |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Roadster |
Year Released | 1993 | 1947 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |