1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 1973 Mazda 616 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 616 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
