1959 MG MGA vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 168 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | MGA | MR2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |