2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 525 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.
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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1974 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Mazda | Avanti |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Avanti |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 442 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |