1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 396 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa 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 | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Mazda | Pininfarina |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
