1999 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 41 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 645 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, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA. 1999 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1958 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1958 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daewoo Chairman | 1958 MG MGA | |
Make | Daewoo | MG |
Model | Chairman | MGA |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |