1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1969 Porsche 912
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 912 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 40 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 13 kg more than 1969 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1969 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 912 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
