1959 MG MGA vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1993 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 34 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 460 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, 1993 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA. 1993 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1959 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1959 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |