1969 Morris Minor vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1969 Morris Minor 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG MGA weights approximately 75 kg more than 1969 Morris Minor. 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, 1960 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Minor | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Morris | MG |
| Model | Minor | MGA |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2390 mm |
