1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 16 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 80 kg more 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, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | Spider | MGA |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 141 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |