2002 Seat Arosa vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2002 Seat Arosa is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 MG MGA weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Arosa, 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, 1961 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Arosa | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Seat | MG |
| Model | Arosa | MGA |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2390 mm |
