1974 Lada Riva vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 12 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 157 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada Riva | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lada | MG |
| Model | Riva | MGA |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
