1957 MG MGA vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture is newer by 42 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1957 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Venture |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
