1956 MG MGA vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 57 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1956 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1956 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 995 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 MG MGA. 2013 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1956 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1956 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 MG MGA | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2790 mm |
