1958 MG MGA vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1975 Morris Marina is newer by 17 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), 1975 Morris Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Morris Marina weights approximately 66 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, 1958 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 1975 Morris Marina | |
Make | MG | Morris |
Model | MGA | Marina |
Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |