1994 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton 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 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 700 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 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Vauxhall Carlton | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Vauxhall | MG |
Model | Carlton | MGA |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3638 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |