1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos
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 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 580 kg more than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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 (241 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Mazda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2110 mm |
