1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Triumph Renown weights approximately 259 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Renown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
