1958 MG MGA vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 47 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. Both 1958 MG MGA and 2005 Rover 45 are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 280 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, 2005 Rover 45, 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 (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | MGA | 45 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
