1975 Mazda RX-3 vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 MG TD weights approximately 26 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX-3 | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | RX-3 | TD |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
