1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire

To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire 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 67 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 203 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1974 Triumph Spitfire
Make Mazda Triumph
Model MX-5 Miata Spitfire
Year Released 1993 1974
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1839 cc 1296 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 983 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2110 mm


 

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