2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti 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 | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Mazda | Avanti |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
