2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA.
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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Osee | MGA |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
