1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mazda | Morris |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2190 mm |