1997 Dodge Viper vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 665 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Viper | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Viper | MGA |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 1565 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
