1958 MG MGA vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 51 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 75 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA. 2009 Suzuki Equator 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. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | MG | Suzuki |
| Model | MGA | Equator |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3200 mm |
