1958 MG MGA vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 55 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 605 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 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 MG MGA | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | MG | Audi |
| Model | MGA | A3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2578 mm |
