1958 MG MGA vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1959 Rover P4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1958 MG MGA.
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, 1959 Rover P4 (169 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | MG | Rover |
Model | MGA | P4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |