1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 588 kg more than 1960 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | MGA |
Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |