2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 140 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Velox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
