2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (244 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
