1961 MG MGA vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 361 kg more than 1961 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1961 MG MGA | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | MG | Chevrolet |
Model | MGA | Colorado |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |