1976 Mazda 818 vs. 1953 MG TD
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG TD would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 MG TD. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1953 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1953 MG TD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 818 | 1953 MG TD | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 818 | TD |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2390 mm |
