1995 Honda Prelude vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 336 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude, 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Prelude | MGA |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
