2003 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2003 Holden Jackaroo 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1020 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Jackaroo | 1959 MG MGA | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Jackaroo | MGA |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
