1960 MG MGA vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1715 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 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 MG MGA | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | MGA | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
