1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1971 Renault 8
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 8 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 80 more horse power than 1971 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 203 kg more than 1971 Renault 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1971 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |
