2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 1969 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel GT 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 | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
