2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 49 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 155 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |