1962 Renault 8 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, both 1962 Renault 8 and 1962 MG MGA were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 160 kg more than 1962 Renault 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Renault 8 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Renault | MG |
| Model | 8 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
