1958 MG MGA vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 43 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 641 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | MG | Pontiac |
| Model | MGA | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
