2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (104 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda HR-V weights approximately 4 kg more than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda HR-V | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
