2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 45 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1959 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1050 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Astro | MGA |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |