1964 Volvo 120 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1964 Volvo 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (71 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 120 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 MG MGA.
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 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Volvo | MG |
| Model | 120 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
