1994 Tata Estate vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1994 Tata Estate is newer by 32 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (71 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 740 kg more than 1962 MG MGA.
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 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Tata Estate | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Tata | MG |
| Model | Estate | MGA |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
