2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Seat 1430
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 228 kg more than 1970 Seat 1430. 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, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1970 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 1430 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |