1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1964 Rover P6
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1964 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P6 weights approximately 297 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 (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1964 Rover P6 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | MX-5 Miata | P6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |