1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 5 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 215 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | 2600 | MGA |
Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
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 | 163 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |