1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1969 Mercury Monterey is newer by 9 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1030 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Monterey | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Monterey | MGA |
Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2390 mm |