1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 32 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 830 kg more than 1961 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Jaguar | MG |
Model | XJS | MGA |
Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |