2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Silverado | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2390 mm |
