1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 1 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 MG MGA weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 MG MGA (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 35 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |
