1958 MG MGA vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1620 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |