1992 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 890 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Bandeirante | MGA |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
