1956 MG MGA vs. 2007 Toyota Dyna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Dyna is newer by 51 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 2,986 cc, 2007 Toyota Dyna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Dyna (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Dyna should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA.
Because 2007 Toyota Dyna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Dyna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Dyna (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Dyna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 2007 Toyota Dyna | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Dyna |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2986 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
