2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 733 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm) has 829 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lotec | Mazda |
| Model | C 1000 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1230 mm |
