1983 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG Magnett. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda RX-7 | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | RX-7 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
