1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1958 MG MGA is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 1400 | MGA |
Year Released | 1953 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |