1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | Mazda | Alvis |
Model | MX-5 Miata | TF |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |