1957 MG MGA vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 45 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 418 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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | MGA | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 305 Nm |
| 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 | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
