1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 685 kg more than 1961 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Camaro | MGA |
Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |