1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Triumph GT6. (105 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 123 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 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 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |
