1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1958 MG MGA.
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, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda RX-7 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | RX-7 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
