2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 535 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. 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, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Crown |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 114 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |