1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum
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 Vauxhall Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Magnum would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum weights approximately 33 kg more than 1996 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, 1973 Vauxhall Magnum (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Magnum 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 Vauxhall Magnum | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Magnum |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |