1957 MG MGA vs. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 678 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, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 MG MGA | 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | MG | Suzuki |
Model | MGA | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |