2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 178 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 MG MGA | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | MGA |
Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |