1957 MG MGA vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 54 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 649 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | MG | Chevrolet |
| Model | MGA | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
