1976 Mazda 929 vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1976 Mazda 929 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 MG MGC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929.
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, 1967 MG MGC (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 MG MGC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 929 | 1967 MG MGC | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 929 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
