2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 2001 Caterham Beaulieu has manual transmission. 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | Beaulieu | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 48 L |
