1959 MG MGA vs. 1978 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1978 Zastava 1500 is newer by 19 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 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, 1978 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1978 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | MG | Zastava |
| Model | MGA | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
