1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1967 MG 1100
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG 1100 (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 MG 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 MG 1100 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1967 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 323 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
