2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Skoda 110 L. 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 31 L |
