1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 233 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Sports |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2160 mm |
