1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1976 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini MK IV 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 70 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 338 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Mini MK IV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1976 Mini MK IV | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | MX-5 Miata | MK IV |
Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2040 mm |