2010 Fiat Panda vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 MG MGA weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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, 1962 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Panda | MGA |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 860 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
