1959 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 MG MGA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Seville (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1961 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. 1959 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1961 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1961 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Seville | 1961 MG MGA | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | Seville | MGA |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2390 mm |
