1970 Mazda 1000 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000. 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, 2004 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 1000 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 1000 | TF |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2380 mm |
