2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 412 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
