1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1973 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1973 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
