2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1966 Steyr 700C
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 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (104 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1966 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1966 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 576 kg more than 1966 Steyr 700C. 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, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1966 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Mazda | Steyr |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 700C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1950 mm |
