2007 Seat Altea vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 47 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 530 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, 2007 Seat Altea, 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Altea | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Seat | MG |
Model | Altea | MGA |
Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |