1984 Lotus Etna vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 23 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Etna | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lotus | MG |
| Model | Etna | MGA |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 290 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 Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
