1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 1 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG MGA weights approximately 45 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | Giulietta | MGA |
Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 855 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |