1959 MG MGA vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 48 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1302 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | MGA | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
