1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper is newer by 35 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 642 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Viper | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Dodge | MG |
Model | Viper | MGA |
Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 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 | 1542 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |