1958 MG MGA vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 33 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 890 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.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
