2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora 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 231 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2013 Lotus Evora 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 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mazda | Lotus |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Evora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2575 mm |
