2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 43 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), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG MGA weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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 Caterham 7 (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Caterham | MG |
| Model | 7 | MGA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2390 mm |
