1957 MG MGA vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 56 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 566 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 MG MGA | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | MG | Honda |
| Model | MGA | Accord |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2775 mm |
