1958 MG MGA vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1971 Morris Marina is newer by 13 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Marina (95 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Marina should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Marina weights approximately 65 kg more than 1958 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, 1971 Morris Marina (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | MG | Morris |
| Model | MGA | Marina |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| 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 | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
