1959 MG MGA vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 47 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 620 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | MG | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MGA | Galant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
