2003 Fiat Albea vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 44 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, 2003 Fiat Albea (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Albea weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 MG MGA. 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, 2003 Fiat Albea, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Albea. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Albea | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Fiat | MG |
Model | Albea | MGA |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |