2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 821 kg more than 1956 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (171 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Trabant |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
