1979 Buick Century vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 18 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), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Buick | MG |
Model | Century | MGA |
Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |