1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1964 Renault Floride
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Renault Floride. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 175 kg more than 1964 Renault Floride. 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, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Floride. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1964 Renault Floride | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Floride |
Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1840 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 | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 38 L |