1959 MG MGA vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1969 Nissan Sunny is newer by 10 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 255 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. 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 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGA | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
