2010 Honda Insight vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 50 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 337 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, 2010 Honda Insight, 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Insight | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Insight | MGA |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
