2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 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 Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 MG MGA | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | MGA |
Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |