1960 MG MGA vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest, 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 Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG MGA | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | MGA | Quest |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3000 mm |
