1959 MG MGA vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 820 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, 2005 Renault Avantime, 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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
Make | MG | Renault |
Model | MGA | Avantime |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 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 | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |