2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
