2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Alpine |
Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 110 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |