2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1962 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 432 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Pontiac | MG |
| Model | Solstice | MGA |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1332 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
