2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (104 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
