1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1973 MG MGB
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 MG MGB weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1973 MG MGB | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 323 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
