1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (107 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 740 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 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Berlina | MGA |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
