1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 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 159 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 588 kg more than 1962 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | MGA |
Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
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 |