1997 • Mazda
MX-5
Mazda MX-5 1.8 (130 Hp) 1997Overall Score56.25/100
1997 Mazda MX-5 vs 1997 Caterham 21 Comparison
Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.
1997 • Caterham
21
Caterham 21 1.6 i 16V (133 Hp) 1997Overall Score55.5/100
WINNER
Mazda MX-5
Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points.
56.25–55.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS
Every difference between the two cars
Basic Specifications
Mazda MX-5SpecificationCaterham 21
MazdaMakeCaterham
MX-5Model21
1997Model year1997
CabrioletBody typeCabriolet
2Seats2
2Doors2
Performance
Mazda MX-5SpecificationCaterham 21
8,2 s0–100 km/h6,0 s
197 km/hTop speed200 km/h
1840 ccEngine displacement1588 cc
130 HPPower133 HP
152 NmTorque149 Nm
4Cylinders4
Fuel & Consumption
Mazda MX-5SpecificationCaterham 21
PetrolFuel typePetrol
48 ltFuel tank66 lt
8,7 ltAverage consumption—
Transmission & Chassis
Mazda MX-5SpecificationCaterham 21
Rear-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears6
185/60 R14 82 HTyre size205/45 R16
YesABSYes
Dimensions
Mazda MX-5SpecificationCaterham 21
3975 mmLength3800 mm
1675 mmWidth1580 mm
1230 mmHeight1150 mm
990 KgWeight650 Kg
2265 mmWheelbase2230 mm
E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note
1997 Mazda MX-5 and 1997 Caterham 21 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.
Overall, Mazda MX-5 leads the E-Kıyasla score by 0.75 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.
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