1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 9 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 MG MGA.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Comodoro | MGA |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
