2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1971 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 110 L 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 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 600 kg more than 1971 Skoda 110 L. 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 (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1971 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 31 L |
