1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 762 kg more than 1962 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 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Comet | MGA |
Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |