1957 MG MGA vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 43 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 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Griffith weights approximately 160 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | MG | TVR |
| Model | MGA | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
