2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (163 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mazda |
| Model | Rezzo | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
