1979 Isuzu 117 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1979 Isuzu 117 is newer by 20 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 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 265 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 (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu 117 | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Isuzu | MG |
Model | 117 | MGA |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2236 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |