2004 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 42 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 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1962 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda RX-8 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | RX-8 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
