1979 Mazda 121 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 121 | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 121 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
