1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 572 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | MGA |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |