2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 1962 MG MGA
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1962 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1962 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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 MG MGA. (104 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 MG MGA. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1962 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1962 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 1962 MG MGA | |
| Make | Toyota | MG |
| Model | Tundra | MGA |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2390 mm |
