1977 Mazda Cosmo vs. 1969 MG MGB
To start off, 1977 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1969 MG MGB.
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, 1977 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Cosmo | 1969 MG MGB | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Cosmo | MGB |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
