1972 Mercury Montego vs. 1962 MG MGA

To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 10 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 795 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Mercury Montego 1962 MG MGA
Make Mercury MG
Model Montego MGA
Year Released 1972 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4095 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 97 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 5300 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1460 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2390 mm


 

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