1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1974 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 110 S (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1974 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
