1958 MG MGA vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 46 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, 1958 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 396 kg more than 1958 MG MGA.
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, 2004 Skoda Octavia, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | MG | Skoda |
| Model | MGA | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
