1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG MGB weights approximately 90 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 616 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2320 mm |
