1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1971 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 1600 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |