2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 1962 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Mazda | MG |
Model | Familia | MGA |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |