1958 MG MGA vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 40 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG MGA weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life 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, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1958 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1958 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1958 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 1998 Honda Life | |
| Make | MG | Honda |
| Model | MGA | Life |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
