1959 MG MGA vs. 2000 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2000 Seat Toledo is newer by 41 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Toledo weights approximately 250 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, 2000 Seat Toledo, 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, 2000 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 2000 Seat Toledo | |
Make | MG | Seat |
Model | MGA | Toledo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |