1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 MG MGA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 MG MGA (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1961 MG MGA.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | 109 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
