1958 MG MGA vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea 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. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 530 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 Seat Altea, 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, 2005 Seat Altea (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA. 2005 Seat Altea 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. 2005 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | MG | Seat |
Model | MGA | Altea |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |