1960 MG MGA vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 52 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1589 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG MGA | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | MG | Land Rover |
| Model | MGA | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2743 mm |
