1970 Marcos Mantis vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1970 Marcos Mantis 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos Mantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos Mantis (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos Mantis should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos Mantis weights approximately 550 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.
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 Marcos Mantis (214 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Marcos Mantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Marcos Mantis | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Marcos | MG |
Model | Mantis | MGA |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1450 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |