1975 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1975 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 14 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 780 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, 1975 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Bitter Diplomat | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Bitter | MG |
| Model | Diplomat | MGA |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
