1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Familia | MGA |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2390 mm |
