1956 MG MGA vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 880 kg more than 1956 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3270 mm |
