1959 MG MGA vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 25 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 1,588 cc, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 75 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |