1957 MG MGA vs. 1961 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1961 Skoda 1200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1961 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | MG | Skoda |
| Model | MGA | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
