1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1960 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 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Mercury | MG |
Model | Cougar | MGA |
Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |