1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 28 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 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 440 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | 190 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
