2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 44 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (286 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Venture | MGA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
