1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1970 Mazda 616 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda 616 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 616 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
