1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 22 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 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1040 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1959 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1959 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | De Tomaso | MG |
Model | Deauville | MGA |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |