1985 Lada 2104 vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1985 Lada 2104 is newer by 26 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lada 2104 weights approximately 114 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 (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lada 2104 | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Lada | MG |
Model | 2104 | MGA |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |