1957 MG MGA vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1690 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1957 MG MGA | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | MG | Land Rover |
Model | MGA | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2745 mm |