2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 390 kg more than 1952 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Sports |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2160 mm |
