1959 MG MGA vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 52 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | MG | Subaru |
| Model | MGA | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2619 mm |
