1985 Lotus Esprit vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 168 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, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Esprit | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Esprit | MGA |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |