1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1959 Austin A 99 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 99 (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1957 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, 1959 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | A 99 | MGA |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |