1993 Morgan 4 vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1993 Morgan 4 is newer by 31 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Morgan 4.
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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Morgan 4 | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Morgan | MG |
| Model | 4 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 880 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
