1966 Rover P5 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1966 Rover P5 is newer by 6 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1960 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 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Rover P5 | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Rover | MG |
Model | P5 | MGA |
Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |