1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 17 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider (122 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | Spider | MGA |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 104 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 |