1959 MG MGA vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 806 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 740 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, 1995 Peugeot 806, 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 806 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 806 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 806 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | MGA | 806 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
