2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1966 Porsche 904
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 438 kg more than 1966 Porsche 904.
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.
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2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1966 Porsche 904 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 904 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |