2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 620 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | MGA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
