1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Mazda | Morgan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |