2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (244 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 244 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |