1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1958 MG MGA
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 772 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 180 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 886 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1958 MG MGA | |
| Make | Lotec | MG |
| Model | C 1000 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1280 mm |
