1958 MG MGA vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1981 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 60 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | MG | Pontiac |
Model | MGA | 1000 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |