1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | MGA |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
