1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1968 MG Midget
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG Midget would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG Midget (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Familia weights approximately 29 kg more than 1968 MG Midget.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 MG Midget (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1968 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Familia | Midget |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2040 mm |
