2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor 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 113 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 350 kg more than 1953 Morris Minor. 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mazda | Morris |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2190 mm |