1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 330 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 1957 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1957 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Abarth | MG |
| Model | 700 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 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 | 570 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2390 mm |
