1966 Triumph 2000 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1966 Triumph 2000 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph 2000 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 270 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Triumph 2000 | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Triumph | MG |
| Model | 2000 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
