2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 609 kg more than 1970 Moretti Coupe. 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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Moretti |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1850 mm |
