1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1964 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG MGA (107 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG MGA weights approximately 354 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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 (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | 500 | MGA |
Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2390 mm |