1978 Honda Accord vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 36 kg more than 1958 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | Accord | MGA |
Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |