1969 Lamborghini Islero vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1969 Lamborghini Islero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,928 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Islero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Islero weights approximately 560 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. 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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Islero | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lamborghini | MG |
| Model | Islero | MGA |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3928 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
