1957 MG MGA vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1970 Triumph GT6 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6.
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, 1970 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | MG | Triumph |
| Model | MGA | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2110 mm |
