2001 Holden Berlina vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 39 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 670 kg more than 1962 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Berlina | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Berlina | MGA |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
