2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 40 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG MGA weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Caterham | MG |
| Model | 21 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
