1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 34 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 275 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | De Tomaso | MG |
Model | Guara | MGA |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |