1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 307 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Cedric (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
