2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 405 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
