1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1968 MG MGB
To start off, 1975 Mazda 818 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818.
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, 1968 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 818 | 1968 MG MGB | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 818 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2320 mm |
