1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 31 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 360 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
| Model | SZ | MGA |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
