2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1968 Seat 1500
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Seat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Seat 1500 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1968 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Seat 1500 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1968 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
