2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (161 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Crown. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Crown |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
