2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 45 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 556 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Colorado | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
