2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 505 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. 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, 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
