1989 Lotus Esprit vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1989 Lotus Esprit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 275 kg more than 1957 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 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Lotus Esprit | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Lotus | MG |
Model | Esprit | MGA |
Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1175 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |