1958 MG MGA vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 54 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1808 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1958 MG MGA | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | MG | Land Rover |
Model | MGA | Freelander |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2670 mm |