1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 19 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1959 MG MGA (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Daihatsu | MG |
Model | Charmant | MGA |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |