1958 MG MGA vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 520 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | MGA | 993 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |
