1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 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 7,998 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 162 kg more than 1960 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Viper | MGA |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
