1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 1997 Innocenti Mille is newer by 35 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Innocenti Mille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Innocenti | MG |
| Model | Mille | MGA |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
