2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 491 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1979 Toyota Celica 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 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
