1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1962 MG MGA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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, 1962 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Abarth | MG |
Model | 600 | MGA |
Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |