1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1959 MG MGA is newer by 6 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 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 285 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1959 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 | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | 1400 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 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 |
