1955 MG MGA vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 22 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Violet weights approximately 40 kg more than 1955 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, 1955 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 MG MGA | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGA | Violet |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
