1959 MG MGA vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1980 Simca 1100 is newer by 21 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 30 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Simca 1100 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
Because 1959 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | MG | Simca |
| Model | MGA | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
