1959 MG MGA vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 51 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 605 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, 2010 Brilliance BS4, 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, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | MG | Brilliance |
| Model | MGA | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2800 mm |
