1998 Nissan Stagea vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 1998 Nissan Stagea is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 530 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.
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 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA. 1998 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1960 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1960 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Stagea | 1960 MG MGA | |
Make | Nissan | MG |
Model | Stagea | MGA |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |