2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 501 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Trident |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
