1972 Mazda 1000 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1972 Mazda 1000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 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, 1957 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 1000 | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 1000 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
