1959 MG MGA vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 37 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 890 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 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |