1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 71 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Berlina | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 171 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1671 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |