1996 Toyota Previa vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa is newer by 36 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (106 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Previa weights approximately 715 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 1960 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 1960 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa, 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, 1996 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Previa | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Previa | MGA |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
