1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye weights approximately 276 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, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Lancia | MG |
Model | 037 Rallye | MGA |
Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |