1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 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, 1966 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Crown |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |