2000 Ford Puma vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 375 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Puma | MGA |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
