1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1966 Jaguar 420G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar 420G weights approximately 878 kg more than 1961 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar 420G | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | 420G | MGA |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2390 mm |
