1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 165 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |
