2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |