1959 MG MGA vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 610 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, 2012 Nissan Rogue, 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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 MG MGA | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGA | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
