2006 SsangYong Kyron vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1023 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.
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 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Kyron | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | SsangYong | MG |
| Model | Kyron | MGA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
