2006 Kia Amanti vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Kia Amanti is newer by 46 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Amanti weights approximately 924 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, 2006 Kia Amanti, 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, 2006 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Amanti | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Amanti | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
