1957 MG MGA vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 53 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 630 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1957 MG MGA | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Hilux |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3090 mm |