1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Daihatsu | MG |
Model | Charade | MGA |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |