1957 MG MGA vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 44 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 282 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | MGA | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
