1978 Buick Regal vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 17 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 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, 1978 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Buick | MG |
Model | Regal | MGA |
Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |