1982 Honda Quintet vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1982 Honda Quintet is newer by 21 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Quintet (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Quintet should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Quintet weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Honda Quintet (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Quintet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Quintet | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Quintet | MGA |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
