1959 MG MGA vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 35 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 42 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today 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. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | MG | Honda |
Model | MGA | Today |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |