2001 Holden Berlina vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 545 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden Berlina | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Berlina | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |