1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 200 kg more than 1959 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Lamborghini | MG |
Model | Urraco | MGA |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |