2000 Honda Insight vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 MG MGA is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 MG MGA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 MG MGA (149 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1959 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1959 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Insight | MGA |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
