1957 MG MGA vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1975 Nissan Laurel is newer by 18 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 220 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, 1975 Nissan Laurel (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1957 MG MGA | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | MG | Nissan |
Model | MGA | Laurel |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |