1959 MG MGA vs. 1974 Morgan 4
To start off, 1974 Morgan 4 is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1974 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Morgan 4. 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 (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1974 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | MG | Morgan |
| Model | MGA | 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
