1984 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 186 kg more than 1960 MG MGA.
Because 1960 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volkswagen Passat | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Volkswagen | MG |
| Model | Passat | MGA |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
