2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT 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 46 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
