2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 MG MGA

To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1958 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 600 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 MG MGA.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chevrolet Corvette 1958 MG MGA
Make Chevrolet MG
Model Corvette MGA
Year Released 2003 1958
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5664 cc 1489 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 485 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1460 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 10.6 L/100km


 

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