1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 Austin A 55 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 MG MGA.
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, 1960 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1960 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 55 | MGA |
Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |