2004 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1960 MG MGA
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Terios (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1960 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 155 kg more than 1960 MG MGA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 MG MGA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Terios | 1960 MG MGA | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Terios | MGA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
