1957 MG MGA vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 47 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 684 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | MGA | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
