1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Newport is newer by 22 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 910 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.
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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Chrysler | MG |
| Model | Newport | MGA |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2390 mm |
