1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 63 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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, 1970 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |
