1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1961 Lancia Appia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG MGA weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Lancia | MG |
Model | Appia | MGA |
Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |