1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 (153 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 190 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
