1958 MG MGA vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 36 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 180 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 1958 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | MGA | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
