2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 375 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
