1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 29 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
Because 1959 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Tipo | MGA |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
