2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1964 Simca 1300
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 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 105 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. 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 (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Simca |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
