1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1958 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | 2600 | MGA |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |