1957 MG MGA vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 16 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 684 kg more than 1957 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 1973 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 MG MGA | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | MG | Avanti |
Model | MGA | Avanti |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |