1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1973 Nissan Violet 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 MG MGA.
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 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Nissan | MG |
| Model | Violet | MGA |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
