2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1965 Moretti 750
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Moretti 750. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 445 kg more than 1965 Moretti 750. 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 (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti 750. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1965 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Mazda | Moretti |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 750 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |