1962 Simca 1000 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, both 1962 Simca 1000 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) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 78 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. 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, 1962 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Simca 1000 | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Simca | MG |
Model | 1000 | MGA |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 64 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 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 | 822 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |