1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1967 Dodge Monaco is newer by 6 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 862 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA. 1967 Dodge Monaco has automatic transmission and 1961 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1961 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Dodge Monaco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Monaco | MGA |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2390 mm |
