1955 MG MGA vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 1958 Tatra T603 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Tatra T603 (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1955 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Tatra T603 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1955 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, 1958 Tatra T603 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 MG MGA | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | MG | Tatra |
| Model | MGA | T603 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
