2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 42 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 726 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Alpina | MG |
| Model | Roadster | MGA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
