2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 47 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 60 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | B2300 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
