1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 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, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Comodoro | MGA |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 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 |
