1958 Austin A135 vs. 1968 MG MGC
To start off, 1968 MG MGC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1968 MG MGC.
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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1968 MG MGC | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A135 | MGC |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
