1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 30 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 880 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Caprice | MGA |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |