2006 Lotus Exige vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Exige weights approximately 16 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 Lotus Exige (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 1961 MG MGA | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Exige | MGA |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 916 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |