1959 MG MGA vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 36 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 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 590 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.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | MGA | 406 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
