1959 MG MGA vs. 1960 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1960 Peugeot 404 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
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, 1960 Peugeot 404 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1960 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | MG | Peugeot |
Model | MGA | 404 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |