1960 MG MGA vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 MG MGA.
Because 1960 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG MGA | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | MG | Fiat |
| Model | MGA | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |
