Which is faster?

The Mazda MX-5 Miata NB is faster — 11s quicker on average across 7 shared tracks.

Specifications

Specifications	Mazda MX-5 Miata NB MX-5 Miata NB	Volkswagen Rabbit GTI MK1 Rabbit GTI MK1
Model Years	1998-2005	1984
horsepower	140	90
torque (N_M)	133	142
weight (KG)	1,065	953
Power to Weight	0.13	0.09
Rank	#287	-
Tire	140 R050 195/50/15	260 CINTURATO P7
engine Description	The 1.8L BP-4W engine	1.8L NA I4 (K-Jetronic)
gearbox	5 SPEED MANUAL	5‑SPEED CLOSE‑RATIO MANUAL (VW 4K TRANSAXLE), NO AUTOMATIC OPTION
drive Type	RWD	FWD
0 - 60 MPH	8 SECs	9.7 SECs
top Speed (KPH)	192	167
price MSRP	$ 20,150	$ 8,000
Current Value	$ 12,500	$ 17,500
OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES	+4.83s	+12.62s