1972 Mazda Luce vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 250 kg more than 1958 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Luce | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Luce | MGA |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
