1972 Morgan 4 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. 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, 1962 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Morgan 4 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Morgan | MG |
| Model | 4 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
